My cheap no-name Chinese backpack is finally falling apart, after over 20 years of absolutely solid service.

I want something that will last at least another 20 years, will hold a modern 16" laptop (e.g. Macbook), and will also let me toss a pair of jeans and light jacket in, when I ride home from work in the spring and fall afternoons.

I’d like to avoid American brands if possible.

Looked online at the SwissGear 5698 and Endure, but don’t know how well they’re built, or if they’ll hold my junk.

Any recommendations?

  • VibeSurgeon@piefed.socialEnglish
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    10 minutes ago

    This is probably going to run a bit counter to the spirit of the community, but I am quite happy with the pannier I bought off of AliExpress from a brand called Rhinowalk. It cost me a bit under $30.

    I had a set from Lidl before which were not at all as nice (obviously).

    Some of my favourite features with my current panniers are:

    • They come with a securing clip that keeps the pannier in place even when riding over bumps
    • They adjust to the amount of things packed in them, with a horizontal strap and a roll top
    • It handles rain pretty well